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Fluoride added to water supplies confirmed as safe in landmark research

​Local authorities in the UK should add fluoride to water supplies, following new research that confirms it has no negative effects.

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HPV jab to be offered to boys

​The decision to offer boys a vaccination against the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI),...

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Fake brushheads risk oral health

Fake electric brush heads are risking the gum health of unsuspecting patients.

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Dental anxiety affects quality of life

​New research reveals that being afraid of the dentist can impact on your overall quality of life.

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Fluoride benefit kids' dental health, says new report

​Public Health England (PHE) has today published its 'Water fluoridation: health monitoring in England 2018' report on behalf of the Secretary of...

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'Give Up Loving Pop' campaign reaches schools

Community coaches from professional football clubs in Lancashire will deliver high-sugar drinks education to school children as part of a new campaign...

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Consuming sugary drinks during pregnancy may increase asthma risk in mid-childhood

​Children between the ages of seven and nine may be at greater risk for developing asthma if they consumed high amounts of fructose in early...

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OHC 2017 – education, celebration and inspiration

The British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) held yet another Oral Health Conference & Exhibition (OHC) full of education, celebration...

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Dental nurses urged to support European Antibiotic Awareness Day

A mass social media campaign is encouraging dental teams to reduce dental infections and the need for antibiotics in children as well as promote...

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Why is oral health important during pregnancy?

​The Oral Health and Pregnancy portal, recently launched by the EFP in partnership with Oral-B, is offering clear guidelines and answers to many...

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Get involved in Blue Wednesday to help raise awareness of mouth cancer

With Mouth Cancer Action Month set to kick off next week, campaign organiser the Oral Health Foundation is urging all dental professionals to turn...

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5 ways to make your Mouth Cancer Action Month event a huge success

Mouth Cancer Action Month is only a couple of weeks away. This vitally important campaign is your opportunity to build awareness of mouth cancer and...

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5 ways to make your Mouth Cancer Action Month event a huge success

Mouth Cancer Action Month is only a couple of weeks away. This vitally important campaign is your opportunity to build awareness of mouth cancer and...

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Gear up to Mouth Cancer Action Month

​Mouth Cancer Action Month is a campaign that aims to raise awareness of mouth cancer and make a difference by saving thousands of lives through early...

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£1m NHS bill for lost dentures

The dentists’ union estimates that around 9,500 dentures are lost in NHS hospitals in England every year, costing the NHS in the region of £1 million....